GRE Word List

AMALGAM

a mixture of different elements

The meaning of the word amalgam is a mixture of different elements.

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WordMeaning
obtrudeto thrust out : extrude
recriminationa retaliatory accusation
impedeto interfere with or slow the progress of
pertinaciousadhering resolutely to an opinion, purpose, or design
migratoryof, relating to, or characterized by migration
finesserefinement or delicacy of workmanship, structure, or texture
squanderto spend extravagantly or foolishly : dissipate
oozea soft deposit (as of mud, slime, or shells) on the bottom of a body of water
amphitheateran oval or circular building with rising tiers of seats ranged about an open space and used in ancient Rome especially for contests and spectacles
potenthaving or wielding force, authority, or influence : powerful